Capreomycin (By injection)
Capreomycin (kap-ree-oh-MYE-sin)
Treats tuberculosis (TB).
Brand Name(s):
Capastat Sulfate
There may be other brand names for this medicine.When This Medicine Should Not Be Used:
This medicine is not right for everyone. You should not receive it if you had an allergic reaction to capreomycin.How to Use This Medicine:
Injectable
- Your doctor will prescribe your exact dose and tell you how often it should be given. This medicine is given as a shot into a muscle or into a vein.
- A nurse or other health provider will give you this medicine.
Drugs and Foods to Avoid:
Ask your doctor or pharmacist before using any other medicine, including over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.
- Some medicines can affect how capreomycin works. Tell your doctor if you are also receiving amikacin, colistin sulfate, dihydrostreptomycin, gentamicin, kanamycin, neomycin, netilmicin, paromomycin, polymyxin A sulfate, streptomycin, tobramycin, vancomycin, or viomycin.
Warnings While Using This Medicine:
- Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have kidney disease, liver disease, or hearing problems.
- This medicine may cause the following problems:
- Hearing loss
- Kidney problems
- Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments.
Possible Side Effects While Using This Medicine:
Call your doctor right away if you notice any of these side effects:
- Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing
- Decrease in how much or how often you urinate
- Dry mouth, increased thirst, nausea or vomiting, uneven heartbeat, lightheadedness, confusion
- Hearing loss, ringing in your ears, dizziness
- Heavy bleeding or a lump where the shot is given
- Muscle cramps, spasms, or stiffness
- Unusual bleeding, bruising, tiredness, or weakness
If you notice these less serious side effects, talk with your doctor:
- Pain, itching, burning, swelling, or a lump under your skin where the needle is placed
If you notice other side effects that you think are caused by this medicine, tell your doctor
Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088
Last Updated: 9/6/2024
